Hartlepool signs Jordan Hugill after Rotherham release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Hartlepool United has signed former West Ham striker Jordan Hugill on a one-year deal after his release from Rotherham United. The 34-year-old will officially join the club on July 1. Hugill previously played for Hartlepool on loan in 2015 and scored four goals, including a decisive effort that secured the club's place in the Football League. He expressed enthusiasm about returning to Hartlepool and has a history of success at Preston North End, where he netted 30 goals in 114 appearances.
- •Hugill signs a one-year contract with an option for a further year.
- •The striker was released by Rotherham after their relegation.
- •He played a pivotal role in Hartlepool's survival in 2015.
- •Hugill is reuniting with former Rotherham manager Lee Clark at Hartlepool.
- •He previously scored 30 goals in 114 matches at Preston North End.
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Hartlepool sign former West Ham striker Hugill
"National League club Hartlepool United sign former West Ham striker Jordan Hugill following his release by Rotherham.
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